17544436. STOCHASTIC COMPRESSION OF RASTER DATA simplified abstract (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION)
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STOCHASTIC COMPRESSION OF RASTER DATA
Organization Name
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
Inventor(s)
Navin Twarakavi of Bangarole (IN)
Fred Ochieng Otieno of Nairobi (KE)
Kamal Chandra Das of New Delhi (IN)
Jitendra Singh of New Delhi (IN)
STOCHASTIC COMPRESSION OF RASTER DATA - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17544436 titled 'STOCHASTIC COMPRESSION OF RASTER DATA
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes methods, systems, and computer program products for stochastic compression of raster data. The invention aims to compress raster data efficiently while maintaining acceptable error levels. Here are the key points:
- Obtaining compression ratio and error value: The method involves obtaining at least one compression ratio and at least one error value for a given set of raster data. This information is crucial for determining the compression level and the acceptable error tolerance.
- Compressing raster data: Based on the compression ratio and error value, at least a portion of the given raster data is compressed. The compression process aims to reduce the data size while minimizing the introduced errors.
- Transmitting compressed data: The compressed raster data is transmitted to one or more destinations. The transmission is influenced by a variable called transmission speed, which likely determines the rate at which the data can be sent.
- Automated actions based on transmitted data: The invention includes performing one or more automated actions based on the transmitted compressed raster data. These actions could be related to further processing, analysis, or any other tasks that can be performed using the compressed data.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Image and video compression: The invention can be applied to compress raster data such as images and videos, reducing their file sizes for storage or transmission purposes.
- Remote sensing: Stochastic compression of raster data can be beneficial in remote sensing applications, where large amounts of data are collected from satellites or other sensors. Compressing the data allows for efficient storage and transmission.
- Data transmission over limited bandwidth: By compressing raster data, it becomes possible to transmit it over networks with limited bandwidth, such as in rural or remote areas.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Efficient data compression: The invention addresses the challenge of compressing raster data while maintaining acceptable error levels. This allows for efficient storage and transmission of large datasets.
- Optimal compression ratio: By obtaining compression ratios and error values, the method ensures that the data is compressed at an appropriate level, balancing between file size reduction and error tolerance.
Benefits of this technology:
- Reduced storage requirements: Stochastic compression helps reduce the storage requirements for raster data, enabling more efficient use of storage resources.
- Faster data transmission: Compressing raster data allows for faster transmission over networks, especially in situations where bandwidth is limited.
- Automated processing: The invention includes automated actions based on the transmitted compressed data, potentially saving time and effort in manual processing tasks.
Original Abstract Submitted
Methods, systems, and computer program products for stochastic compression of raster data are provided herein. A computer-implemented method includes obtaining at least one compression ratio and at least one error value for a given set of raster data; compressing at least a portion of the given set of raster data based at least in part on the at least one compression ratio and the at least one error value; transmitting the compressed raster data, to at least one given destination, based at least in part on a given transmission speed variable; and performing one or more automated actions based at least in part on the transmitted compressed raster data.
